2020-7-12 00:00 |
Tosei real estate and Tokyo Financial Holdings issued an asset-backed digital financial product, Coinage registered with Japanese authorities as an exchange and more headlined news from Japan this past week. origin »
2020-7-12 00:00 |
Tosei real estate and Tokyo Financial Holdings issued an asset-backed digital financial product, Coinage registered with Japanese authorities as an exchange and more headlined news from Japan this past week. origin »
Launched on July 5th, 1865, the Secret Service’s role has evolved over the years. Initially attached to the Treasury, their primary purpose has been ensuring the safety of the US commander in chief alongside curtailing counterfeiting of the US currency.
2020-7-11 15:59 | |
The automaker giant, Volvo, will invest in Circulor–a London-based blockchain firm, to monitor the supply chain of additional materials used in the manufacture of electric batteries, the Financial Times on July 8, 2020, has revealed.
2020-7-9 17:00 | |
Currency. com, a Belarus based crypto firm, has obtained a distributed ledger technology license granted by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission, according to an announcement on July 6. This license would allow the platform to use blockchain for either storing or transmitting value to others in provision with the dealer.
2020-7-8 21:57 | |
All across the United States, American Bitcoin investors are stepping away from their trading desks to celebrate. In addition to celebrating the country’s independence, they can also celebrate the on average 268% ROI Bitcoin brings from holiday to holiday.
2020-7-5 18:00 | |
The National Council, which is the lower house of the Federal Assembly of Switzerland, has unanimously passed a legislative package amending a large chunk of the nation’s existing financial laws in a bid to crush possible legal barriers and enable crypto and blockchain startups to flourish more, according to reports on July 1, 2020.
2020-7-2 23:00 | |
A local publication reported that South Korea’s Ministry of Strategy and Finance aims to introduce taxes for digital assets, with the rate expected to reach 20 percent. The announcement was made during the Financial Parliamentary committee meeting chaired by Minister Hong Nam-Ki on 17th July.
2020-6-18 22:22 | |
Facebook's Libra has been in a tough spot since its inception. Though conceptualization was way back in July 2018, David Marcus and his team have faced constant pushbacks from policymakers and regulatThe post Libra can 'improve India's financial inclusion for the unbanked' appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2019-12-28 23:30 | |
Just recently, the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) issued a report to the public citing the problems resulting from the growing stablecoin adoption. The FSOC is a United States federal government organization which was signed into law in July 2010 by President Barack Obama.
2019-12-6 22:42 | |
A massive chunk of the cryptocurrency niche is apparently functioning against the law. Many cryptocurrency platforms are operating against the guidelines put in place by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
2019-11-29 18:00 | |
Huobi Chain, the blockchain created by the eponymous company, just went open source. The project, in collaboration with Nervos, will enable companies to launch their own blockchain network, tokenize assets or create decentralized financial services (DeFi).
2019-11-14 02:00 | |
Britain’s foremost financial watchdog, the Financial Conduct Authority, is contemplating a blanket-ban on cryptocurrency derivatives for retail traders as early as 2020, The Economist reported. The meeting comes on the heels of a statement released in early July by the FCA proposing a ban on crypto derivatives—high-risk assets where “retail consumers might suffer harm from […] The post Why is the UK thinking of banning crypto derivatives? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2019-10-4 12:02 | |
The stock market delivered a big, fat zero in the third quarter despite some huge financial and political earthquakes. The Dow Jones is set to end Q3 flat, with less than 100 points to show for three months of trading.
2019-9-30 16:23 | |
The Dutch central bank has today announced it must begin supervising cryptocurrency companies (including wallet providers) under the fifth European anti-money laundering directive, which came into effect in July.
2019-9-3 13:07 | |
A new database called the Blockchain Litigation Database is making easier for law firms to provide legal services to crypto-sector clients concerned about compliance issues with the SEC and CFTC.
2019-8-7 23:12 | |
On July 31, 2019, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), UK’s Cryptoassets Taskforce issued a Final Guidance on the type of cryptocurrencies that fall under its regulatory parameters in a bid to help crypto market participants better understand whether they are subject to its rules and requirements.
2019-8-2 19:00 | |
The UK’s top financial watchdog has concluded that Bitcoin and Ether do not require regulation, whereas utility tokens and some stablecoins will. The FCA Makes Decision on Bitcoin & Crypto Regulation Only July 31, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), announced that it will not regulate Bitcoin and Ethereum.
2019-8-1 09:19 | |
According to a press release from Trade Arabia, July 30, 2019, Mastercard and the Bahrain Electronic Network for Financial Transactions (Benefit), the only financial network in the Kingdom of Bahrain handling ATM and POS transactions, have established a partnership to provide a blockchain solution for banks to enable cross-border commercial payments.
2019-7-31 09:00 | |
Swiss-based financial technology company SMART VALOR has announced today that it has launched the Digital Asset Exchange, with strong institutional investor support. Zug, Switzerland – July 30th 2019, Today, Swiss-based SMART VALOR, a digital asset exchange, went live with an initial offering of 9 Crypto-Fiat trading pairs.
2019-7-30 11:10 | |
July 2019, Geneva, Switzerland – Dukascopy Bank SA, an online Swiss FOREX banking service provider which created the cryptocurrency Dukascoin (DUK+), a first of its kind to be offered by a strictly regulated Swiss Bank under the supervision of the Swiss financial markets regulator FINMA.
2019-7-30 06:02 | |
According to an article published by The Korea Times, July 28th, 2019, blockchain technologies are offering numerable positives financial companies in South Korea, one of the world’s most forward-thinking blockchain jurisdictions.
2019-7-29 19:00 | |
Oki Matsumoto, President of Monex Group, a Japan-based financial services company backing the Coincheck cryptocurrency exchange, is interested in participating in Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency project and has submitted an application to that effect, according to a Reuters Japan report on July 26, 2019.
2019-7-28 23:00 | |
Binance Coin (BNB) currently ranked the 6th largest cryptocurrency by market cap has had a good run this year. BNB’s performance has been well noted by the crypto community as well as Weiss Ratings, a financial ratings agency.
2019-7-26 13:50 | |
In a press release from the Department of Financial Services (DFS), published July 23, 2019, superintendent Linda A. Lacewell announced a new Research and Innovation division as well as appointments for the new division to position DFS as a “regulator of the future”.
2019-7-24 15:00 | |
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the top financial watchdog of the United Kingdom, has warned crypto enthusiasts of a scam email that has been impersonating it in a bid to lure unsuspecting investors into investing in a fake bitcoin (BTC) investment scheme, reports FT Adviser on July 22, 2019.
2019-7-24 09:00 | |
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has warned the public a possible Ponzi like a crypto-based company which has been duping the public that it is registered to operate in Malta. In a press statement released on July 23, the financial watchdog said that Emirate Coin Tech is not a Maltese registered company nor licensed […]
2019-7-24 00:14 | |
A member of the British Parliament wants to probe Libra over concerns user data privacy. The news comes following similar legislative appearances before the U. S. Congress and adds to the growing negative sentiments around the project from across the globe.
2019-7-23 09:00 | |
ArtPro, the peer-to-peer marketplace, smartphone app and provenance monitor built on blockchain technology, is to conduct its highly anticipated Initial Exchange Offering (IEO) on LATOKEN and ExMarkets from July 25th to September 3rd.
2019-7-22 21:07 | |
Iran’s Economic Commission has agreed to set electricity tariffs for bitcoin mining activities based on the prices used for electricity exports. The new tariff scheme is expected to come into effect as soon as it gets approved by the Iranian Cabinet, according to a Financial Tribune report, July 21, 2019.
2019-7-23 19:00 | |
The US Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has extended the deadline for member companies to report any crypto activity or planned crypto activity to July 2020 to "encourage" more firms to participate.
2019-7-23 18:57 | |
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) released a new consultation paper published July 19, 2019. first of many crucial steps to adjust the capital market according to their Vision 2021. Why now? The timing of this new consulting paper couldn’t have come at a better time with the recent announcement of EFFORCE, a new blockchainRead MoreRead More.
2019-7-21 20:00 | |
Mexico-based bitcoin trading venue and cryptocurrency exchange Bitso has obtained a regulatory license from the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC), according to a blog post on July 19, 2019.
2019-7-21 09:00 | |
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has made his stance on Facebook’s cryptocurrency project Libra very clear, follow the rules. On July 17, Garlinghouse tweeted that the social media giant's “goal to create a new fiat currency” should be held to the same standard as any other regulated financial institutions.
2019-7-19 19:30 | |
Japan’s government is working on the creation of a new international network for payments based on cryptocurrencies in order to fight money laundering inside the region, according to an article posted July 18, 2019 by Reuters.
2019-7-19 11:05 | |
Matrix is the most trusted gateway to the crypto world. The world-class trading platform offers an intuitive interface with real-time orderbooks, charting tools, trade history, and a simple order process so you can trade from day one.
2019-7-18 22:10 | |
Bitcoin Suisse, the Switzerland-based cryptocurrency broker, has taken the first steps to becoming a bonafide bank, the company has revealed. Bitcoin Suisse Applies For Banking, Securities License In a press release issued on July 16, Bitcoin Suisse, which already offers various crypto-focused financial services, also committed to using the Swiss regulatory system for its future expansion.
2019-7-19 19:00 | |
A German minister has recently called on regulators to pay attention to the cryptocurrency industry, including Facebook’s Libra. According to a report by Reuters on July 16, 2019, the minister said that regulators should ensure that the nascent industry doesn’t threaten the stability of the financial sector Governments Increasingly Wary of Cryptos Since the adventRead MoreRead More.
2019-7-18 15:00 | |
Astrome is revolutionizing internet delivery through its innovative millimetre wave wireless communication technology. The company aims to launch a constellation of 198 ultra-High Throughput Satellites(ultra-HTS) in Low Earth Orbit called SpaceNet.
2019-7-18 11:03 | |
Many are still attributing the US Treasury Secretary’s comments on Libra and bitcoin to its rapid decline over the past few days. In reality, they may have sparked the selloff but market correction has been overdue for some time.
2019-7-17 14:00 | |
In a bid to expand its crypto product offerings and strengthen its position as a global provider of crypto-based financial services, Bitcoin Suisse AG has applied for a banking license with the Swiss Financial Markets Supervision Authority (FINMA), according to a press release on July 16, 2019.
2019-7-17 13:00 | |
After an 8-month long review, Bitt Digital Inc. has finally exited the rigorous Regulatory Sandbox of the Central Bank of Barbados and the Financial Services Commission. The process was successfully completed on July 5, 2019, making the company the first to achieve this almost insurmountable feat. Part of the tests offered by the Sandbox to […]
2019-7-16 18:50 | |
CryptoNinjas - Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Asset SourceIt was announced today that on July 5th, Bitt Digital Inc. became the first company to complete and exit the Regulatory Sandbox guided by the Central Bank of Barbados and the Financial Services Commission.
2019-7-16 23:37 | |
Author and financial analyst, Timothy Peterson, believes that Bitcoin’s growing correlation to Japan’s MSCI could end badly if traditional markets sharply correct. Bitcoin Correlation in Japan’s Markets Timothy Peterson, the author of Metcalfe’s Law as a Model for Bitcoin’s Value, recently tweeted a chart comparing the MSCI Japan in USD to Bitcoin in JPY from July 2014 until July 2019.
2019-7-16 22:00 | |
Santander Bank, a leading Spanish financial institution established in 1857, now facilitates cross-border payments between the United Kingdom and Poland free of charge, through its Pay FX digital banking app which is powered by Ripple’s xCurrent, according to reports on July 14, 2019.
2019-7-16 21:00 | |
Triesen, 15 July 2019- CROWDLITOKEN AG pioneers and starts distribution of a digital bond – European retail investors benefit as well. For the first time in Europe, the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA) has approved the offering prospectus for a tokenised real estate investment product.
2019-7-16 19:55 | |
Команда цифрового банка Revolut готовится нанять первого в истории компании председателя правления. Претендентом на должность стал Мартин Гилберт, ранее занимавший пост исполнительного директора крупной британской инвесткомпании Standard Life Aberdeen (SLA), передают Financial Times.
2019-7-15 15:25 | |
Media Release Triesen, 15 July 2019 CROWDLITOKEN AG pioneers and starts distribution of a digital bond – European retail investors benefit as well For the first time in Europe, the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA) has approved the offering prospectus for a tokenized real estate investment product.
2019-7-15 09:32 | |
US lawmakers are mulling a new bill that will boost bitcoin and prohibit tech monopolies from launching their own cryptocurrencies. The draft discussion has surfaced ahead of Facebook’s scheduled congressional hearing this week on the Calibra crypto project.
2019-7-14 15:00 | |
Abu Dhabi-based crypto asset exchange, Matrix Exchange announced on July 12 that it has received an In-Principle Approval (IPA) from by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to operate as a crypto asset exchange and custodian in ADGM.
2019-7-14 12:30 | |
CHENGDU, China, July 11, 2019 -- BHPA, Inc. (OTCMKTS: BHPA) (“BHPA” or the “Company”), an emerging leader in the cryptocurrency cloud mining marketplace, is excited to announce that it has been approved by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority to trade under the ticker “BHPA” OTC Markets Group (the “OTC”), as of July 8, 2019.
2019-7-13 18:56 | |